Constipation the biggest cause of abdominal pain. Does your little one have a tummy ache? Chances are, she might be constipated. In a study of children treated for abdominal pain in one hospital, it was found that in nearly have of those cases, constipation was the culprit. Signs of constipation include fewer than three bowel movements per week, one or more episodes of stool incontinence per week, passing of stools so large that they obstruct the toilet, retentive posturing (withholding behavior) and painful defecation.

Experience matters in treating heart defects. A University of Michigan study found that infants born with certain complex heart defects were much less likely to die if they were treated in a hospital that more frequently dealt with these specific concerns. This study echoes the sentiment often expressed in the forums by MomSquawk’s resident pediatric nurse, Joannpicu1: experience matters. If your child is sick, get them to a children’s specialty hospital whenever practical.

More recalls. The Consumer Product Safety Commission has announced more recalls of note: Infantino Lion Teethers, for a choking hazard; and some Dollar Tree toys, Jo Ann Fabric Stores water globes, and Codeena Princess metal jewelry for lead paint.